Ylang-Ylang and Kombo Butter Soap

January
2
,
2025

Ylang-Ylang and Kombo Butter Soap

Introduction:

This luxurious and sensual soap features the intoxicating aroma of ylang-ylang and the moisturizing benefits of kombo butter.

Kombo Butter:

  • Rich in nutrients: Provides essential fatty acids, vitamins, and antioxidants.
  • Moisturizing properties: Helps soothe dry, irritated skin.
  • Anti-inflammatory: Can reduce inflammation and redness.
  • Hardening properties: Increases the hardness and lather of the soap.

Coconut Oil:

  • Cleansing properties: Effectively removes dirt and impurities.
  • Antimicrobial properties: Helps fight bacteria and fungi.
  • Foaming agent: Creates a rich, lathering foam.
  • Hardening properties: Increases the hardness of the soap.

Olive Oil:

  • Moisturizing properties: Hydrates and softens the skin.
  • Antioxidant benefits: Protects the skin from environmental damage.
  • Emollient properties: Helps soothe and calm irritated skin.
  • Mild cleansing: Gentle on sensitive skin.

Ylang Ylang Essential Oil:

  • Relaxing properties: Promotes relaxation and reduces stress.
  • Balancing properties: Can help balance the skin's natural oils.
  • Sweet aroma: Provides a floral, romantic fragrance.

      Suitable Skin Types and Conditions:

      • Dry skin: All four ingredients are excellent moisturizers, making them ideal for dry skin.
      • Sensitive skin: Olive oil and kombo butter are both gentle and soothing, making them suitable for sensitive skin.
      • Oily skin: Ylang ylang essential oil can help balance oily skin.
      • Mature skin: The antioxidants in kombo butter and olive oil can help reduce the appearance of signs of aging.

      Ingredients:

      • 8 oz. kombo butter
      • 4 oz. coconut oil
      • 4 oz. olive oil
      • 3 oz. lye
      • 5 oz. distilled water
      • 1/4 cup ylang-ylang essential oil
      • Ylang-ylang flowers (optional)

      Instructions:

      1. Prepare the lye solution: Combine lye and distilled water in a heat-resistant container. Stir until the lye is completely dissolved.
      2. Melt the oils: Melt the kombo butter, coconut oil, and olive oil together in a double boiler.
      3. Combine: Carefully pour the lye solution into the melted oils and blend until the mixture reaches trace.
      4. Add ylang-ylang: Stir in the ylang-ylang essential oil and ylang-ylang flowers (if using).
      5. Pour into molds: Pour the soap batter into your chosen molds.
      6. Cure: Allow the soap to cure for at least 4-6 weeks before use.

        Lye-Water Calculation

        Using the following values from a Lye Calculator:

        • Kombo butter: 0.137 oz NaOH/oz of oil
        • Coconut oil: 0.183 oz NaOH/oz of oil
        • Olive oil: 0.135 oz NaOH/oz of oil

        Step-by-Step Calculations:

        • Kombo butter (8 oz): 8 oz × 0.137 = 1.096 oz NaOH
        • Coconut oil (4 oz): 4 oz × 0.183 = 0.732 oz NaOH
        • Olive oil (4 oz): 4 oz × 0.135 = 0.810 oz NaOH
        • Total Lye Amount: 1.096 oz + 0.732 oz + 0.810 oz = 2.638 oz NaOH

        Water Calculation:

        • Assuming a water-to-lye ratio of 2:1 (a typical range for cold process soap): 2.638 oz NaOH × 2 = 5.276 oz water

        Why Make This Soap: Ylang-ylang is known for its intoxicating and sensual aroma, making this soap ideal for a luxurious and relaxing bath. The kombo butter provides moisture and nourishment, while the ylang-ylang scent creates a romantic and indulgent experience.

        Popular Soap Calculators:

        There are also many YouTube Videos on how to calculate this.

        Remember: Always handle lye with extreme caution. It is a strong chemical and can cause severe burns. Ensure you're following safety guidelines when working with it.

        This Recipe was originally published in  Kombo Butter Soap Making
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